Even if you have already registered to vote, you may need to RE-register if you have moved or changed your name. You will also need to re-register if you wish to change your party affiliation. You can register online through the links on this site, in person at the Clerk/Auditor's Office, or by mail.

Both applicants must appear at the County Clerk/ Auditor's office between the hours of 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and pay a non-refundable license fee of $30. A current picture ID with proof of age (date of birth) is required for both parties. In order to complete the application, the date of the ceremony and the name of the officiate must be provided. The officiate is not required to appear in the Clerk's office. For more information, please click here.

Yes you can, either online, by phone, by mail, or in person at the Grand County Clerk/Auditor's Office. Information on requesting certified and uncertified copies of a marriage license can be found HERE.

Built in 1916, Dewey Bridge connected a then still remote and isolated southeastern Utah with Grand Junction, the region’s largest city and distribution center. With its status as the first long term connection between the two regions, its exceptionally long service, and listing on the National Register of Historic Places, Dewey Bridge has play a special role in our area’s development and history. Until the fire, Dewey Bridge was a popular visitor location, a main feature of the Upper Colorado River Scenic Byway and served as the eastern gateway to the Moab area.

The bridge was the longest suspension bridge in Utah until the fire in April 2008. The design featured an all wooden deck measuring 502 feet long but just 8 feet wide from rail to rail. In 1912, Grand County unsuccessfully petitioned the state to finance the construction of a bridge. Grand County then held a bond election, and was able to raise $25,000 to finance the construction of a bridge. The county employed the Midland Bridge Company of Kansas City, Missouri to build a modern, durable structure.

Plans originally called for the bridge deck to be 12 feet (3.7 meters) wide, but with the bonds not producing the expected yields, the deck width was scaled down to 8 feet. When it was built, Dewey Bridge was the second longest suspension bridge west of the Mississippi River exceeded only by the 600-foot long steel bridge across the Little Colorado River at Cameron Arizona built by the Midland Bridge Company in 1911. Reflecting commercial activity at the time, the 92-year-old Dewey Bridge was designed to support the weight of 6 horses, 3 wagons, and 9,000 pounds of freight.

The most significant parts of the bridge, including the two towers supporting the suspension cables, were unaffected by the fire. The main suspension cables, cable anchors, and foundations were also unaffected. Far more of the bridge remains than was destroyed.

Definitely. From commencement to completion, the bridge engineer advising the Grand County Historic Preservation Commission estimates that it will take a five-person crew five months to restore the bridge once the steel rods and fasteners are custom built and the lumber is milled and delivered. This time estimate was developed in consultation with a Grand Junction construction firm with experience in both modern bridge construction (e.g., the new Highway 128 bridge over Castle Creek) and historic bridge restoration including a project now underway near Fruita.

Yes, the suspension towers, main suspension cables, cable anchors, and approaches will all be original. The portions consumed or damaged by the fire, the wooden decking and timbers, and the cable hangers and rods will be fabricated following the original plans. Upon completion of the project, the bridge will look just about the same as it it did before the fire except that visitors will again walk across wooden deck timbers instead of the asphalt that was not part of the original design.

Far more radical restorations are still considered to be historic structures. For example, the White House was burned to a charred ruin by the British in 1812 and completely rebuilt. By 1949, the building was in danger of collapse and only “standing from habit” as one inspector phrased it. Over a three year period, President Truman gutted its interior and presided over the installation of a modern steel and concrete support structure while being careful to retain the building’s exterior appearance. Historic covered bridges in the eastern states, have burned and been rebuilt.

The engineer advising the Grand County Historical Preservation Commission, who completed the engineering for the 1998 restoration project, estimates that it will cost $746,000 to restore the bridge including engineering. After construction, the bridge will need to be painted for a total estimated project cost of $862,000.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has agreed to assist with future fuel reduction on the public lands adjacent to the bridge. The Grand County Historic Preservation Commission is also considering treatments to prevent plant growth under the bridge. An example would be tilling cement into the soil under the bridge and wetting it to make a natural appearing “soil cement” that would retard future plant growth.

The Grand County Historical Preservation Commission, the same Grand County entity that led the project to renovate the bridge in 1998, is coordinating the restoration project. The commission is acting through its Dewey Bridge Restoration Committee.

The 1st goal requiring action is to complete the construction drawings that will guide the restoration work. The Dewey Bridge Restoration Committee has nearly raised the $5,000 necessary to contract for the construction drawings.

A 2nd goal is to establish an interpretive exhibit at the bridge site to inform visitors about the bridge, its history, and the restoration campaign.

The 3rd interim goal is to raise 20% ($172,000) of the reconstruction cost. Completion of this goal will enable the Dewey Bridge Restoration Committee to apply for matching fund grants from various sources.

Persons interested in the restoration campaign may join the Dewey Bridge Restoration Committee, call the committee to share fund raising ideas, volunteer to help with fund raising events, and make direct contributions to the project. For more information, please call Vicki Barker at 435-259-3686 or Russ von Koch at 435-259-1910.

The Grand County Clerk’s office will hold funds raised for the project in a special account to be used only for the project. Contributions to the project are tax deductible. Please note that a donation form (PDF) may be printed out.

Given the fund raising challenges posed by the recession, the Dewey Bridge Restoration Committee is looking at non-traditional means of raising the funds needed to restore the bridge. The Committee is presently exploring what has been dubbed the “Dewey Dollar Challenge” which would involve raising the needed funding from work performed at home by elementary school children across the country. Kids in this age group would learn about fire safety and make a home fire safety plan, engage in fun on-line bridge related activities, virtually explore Dewey Bridge and its surrounding area, and earn “Dewey Dollars” by committing to perform extra tasks for their parents who would in turn forward make a donation to the Dewey Bridge Restoration Fund on behalf of the child. The program would thus combine fun activities, fire safety education, and personal responsibility while the kids raise the funds for the restoration project.

Given the fund raising challenges posed by the recession, the Dewey Bridge Restoration Committee is looking at non-traditional means of raising the funds needed to restore the bridge. The Committee is presently exploring what has been dubbed the “Dewey Dollar Challenge” which would involve raising the needed funding from work performed at home by elementary school children across the country. Kids in this age group would learn about fire safety and make a home fire safety plan, engage in fun on-line bridge related activities, virtually explore Dewey Bridge and its surrounding area, and earn “Dewey Dollars” by committing to perform extra tasks for their parents who would in turn forward make a donation to the Dewey Bridge Restoration Fund on behalf of the child. The program would thus combine fun activities, fire safety education, and personal responsibility while the kids raise the funds for the restoration project.

In order to vote in the State of Utah (and thereby Grand County), you must be registered. To register to vote in Utah, you must: 1. Be a citizen of the United States 2. Reside in Utah for at least 30 days immediately before the next election 3. Be at least 18 years old on or before the next election

If you have moved, your voter registration will NOT be automatically updated, even if you have changed your address with the Post Office, Driver License Division, or other government entity. You MUST re-register to vote with your updated address.

Also, you will need to re-register if you wish to change your party affiliation. For information on registering to vote, please click HERE

If you are registering to vote using a by-mail voter registration form, you must mail your completed registration form to the address on the form at least 30 days before the election to be eligible to vote in that election.

You must register in person at least 8 days prior to an election to be eligible to vote in that election.

If you are registering online, you must submit your registration at least 7 days prior to an election to be eligible to vote in that election.

NEW: Since Grand County will be holding elections by mail, ballots will be mailed out to registered voters no later than 21 days before the election. For any voters that register AFTER the initial ballot mail-out, the Grand County Clerk/Auditor’s Office will regularly check for new registrations and mail out ballots through the online registration deadline (7 days before the election).

Municipal elections are held in odd-numbered years to elect the city mayor and city council members. These elections are the responsibility of the city recorder. County elections are held in even-numbered years, may include state and federal level candidates in addition to county positions. County elections are the responsibility of the county clerk. Voter registration is the responsibility of the county clerk.

Ballots will be mailed no later than 21 days before the election . After that date, the Elections Office will check systematically for new voter registrations and mail out ballots periodically up to 7 days before the election. Please note: Ballots are mailed directly from the ballot printing company in Washington, NOT from the Grand County Courthouse. As such, ballots will take up to several days to arrive at your mailing address after being sent out.

Yes. If you prefer not to mail your ballot, you may return your ballot to the Elections Office (Grand County Clerk/Auditor) in person during our regular business hours, up to November 7th. You may also return your ballot in person to the Clerks office on Election Day (November 8, 2016) from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

None of the Moab site is open for public use. A recreation trail segment called the Millsite Riverside Trail (MRT) was developed in 2012 but site security policies changed before it could be opened. Once site remediation is complete, the MRT will cross the Moab site along the river, providing a convenient and scenic route for non-motorized traffic from the North Moab Canyon Recreation Trail, near Courthouse Wash Bridge, south to SR-279 (Potash Road).

The campgrounds located near the Moab site are a safe distance from the tailings pile. Radon monitoring data collected from the nearest designated campground location show that radon concentrations in the vicinity are indistinguishable from naturally occurring background concentrations, indicating that the tailings pile has little discernable effect on radon concentrations at the campground.

Yes. The main potential health risks associated with mill tailings are from long-term (decades) exposure to low levels of gamma radiation and radon gas, a decay product of uranium, and process-related waste materials. Citizens recreating near the site boundary, for example rafting on the Colorado River or mountain biking along Potash Road, need not be concerned about exposure to radon or gamma radiation.

Two of the risk drivers for exposure to low-level radioactive material are distance from the radioactive source and duration of the exposure. Recreational users of the Colorado River or Potash Road are far enough from the pile that radon and gamma radiation are at background levels at these locations. Recreationalists further reduce their risk by the short duration of the exposure.

There is an interim cover over the entire tailings pile that consists of uncontaminated soil approximately 1 foot thick. Most of the dust you occasionally see coming from the site is this pile cover material or uncontaminated soils blowing from areas that have been cleaned up. A tiny fraction of the dust originating from the site does inevitably contain low-level radioactive particles; however, the level of radioactivity in the dust is indistinguishable from background concentrations in the dust and is, therefore, also below U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) limits for release of radio-particulates from the site. Site operations are shut down at sustained wind speeds of 25 miles per hour or greater.

“Tailings” is the term applied to mined ore from which the desired (valuable) components have been removed by the milling process. Uranium mill tailings are simply the milled (crushed) ore from which most of the uranium and vanadium, naturally occurring Earth elements that are radioactive, have been removed. Because most of these elements have been removed, the tailings contain low levels of radioactivity.

Through a public input process, DOE determined that the mill tailings pile and tailings-contaminated materials should be relocated to an alternate location for long-term impoundment. The tailings will be relocated 30 miles north to a permanent disposal cell to be constructed at Crescent Junction, Utah.

The materials will be transported in covered containers predominantly by rail. In addition, the ground water beneath the Moab site will be addressed and the site will be reclaimed to a natural appearance.

That “pile” consists of the mill tailings and tailings-contaminated materials left over from the uranium-ore processing operations that were conducted by Uranium Reduction Company and later Atlas Minerals Corporation between 1956 and 1984. The pile is the prominent feature of the Moab UMTRA Project site (Moab site) that is now owned by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and is being managed for the purpose of remediation. The site is located almost 3 miles northwest of the City of Moab and encompasses approximately 400 acres; the 130-acre uranium mill tailings pile occupies much of the western portion of the site.

Windblown tailings could create fugitive dust emissions. An effective dust control system is currently in place and will continue to be implemented during remedial activities. Water for compaction and dust control is drawn from the Colorado River and stored in tanks or in the existing water storage pond and is and will be applied using the most economical and efficient delivery method. Non-hazardous dust suppressants such as calcium chloride, stored in tanks, are also used.

View a front-end loader filling a dump truck with excavated materials while a water truck provides dust suppression.

Yes! We show open riding on the calendar to let people know when they can come and ride. But if you want to hold an event during any of those open riding days open riding gets cancelled for you event duration.

Yes you can. We keep a number of stalls and pens open for overnight boarding. You can pick a stall or pen and put your payment in the payment envelopes and put them in the payment drop box that is located at the West end of barn 'A'. It is best to call to make a reservation, especially if you have multiple horses, just to be sure there are enough stalls available.

No we do not. You can contact our local feed store to see about getting feed and/or supplements. Farm & City Feed & RV Supply, Phone (435) 259-0169, Email: moabfeedstore@gmail.com. You can also look on our website at our document that has local Hay suppliers.

Yes you can. If you are renting a stall or pen electric hookups cost just $10 per night. You can also hookup to water. If you are NOT renting a stall or pen the electric hookups cost $30 per night per vehicle.

Yes you can. If you are having vehicle problems just pull in and find a stall or pen that is available and let us know that you have broke down and you are leaving you trailer and horses while you try to get your vehicle fixed.

Yes and No. If you are renting stalls or pens, or are with an event, then yes. If you just want to come and stay overnight, then no. We support our local Campgrounds so we do not permit overnight camping unless it's for an event or if you are boarding your animals.

As you come of the highway and drive down our driveway, you will see a large reflective sign. This sign has all the overnight boarding rules and fees, and directly above that is another reflective sign that has a what barn ('A','B','C', or 'D') and what stalls numbers are available for overnight use. If you have further questions or would just like to reserve a stall you can call us at 435.259.6226, our phone is on till 10:00pm.

Yes. We have many trails in our area that are great for riding your horses. We have a detailed list of the surrounding trails with directions on how to get there, approx how long the trail(s) can take, and also the kind of terrain the trail(s) are.

The facility has many different fees for different types of events and also because of the different type of facilities we have available, so the costs will vary. The best way to get a price idea is to call and explain what type of event you are wanting to have so we can go over the different options with you so we can also help you get the best price for your event.

As soon as possible!! We have many events that book their events for the the next 2-6 years in advance. So the sooner the better to be able to get dates that you would like. Their is a $50 non-refundable booking fee that will hold your dates.

No. If you just want to come and use the soccer fields with your children or friends it does not cost anything. You just have to make sure that their is no event that is renting the fields at that time.

Almost anytime, as long as there's no event going on that is renting the arena(s). Open riding is also posted on our calendar online that you can keep track of. Sometimes maintenance might cause us to close down the arena(s) without any notice, so you're more than welcome to call us for information and check availability. Our number is 435.259.6226

No. We do not permit ATV's/UTV's to ride around the race track. We get many animals and children at our facility and unless you are here with one of the ATV/UTV events we do not permit riding around our facility. If you are caught on the premises 'playing' around with your ATV/UTV we will call our local law enforcement.

Yes & No. It does depend on the event if there is a fee to 'watch' that event. If you have questions about a certain event you would like to be able to come see you can call us to find out if there is a fee. Our number is 435-259-6226.

Yes & No. We have a concession facility inside the Indoor Arena and out by the Softball fields, but we do not have a concessionaire. The concessions are available to be rented if the event holder wishes to rent them. But also keep in mind, in order to rent them you have to have someone with a current food handlers permit.

The Moab area offers challenging riding amidst world-class scenery. The characteristics of the area that make it a special place for riding also make it extremely important to follow basic safety procedures. The Moab Bike Patrol has this to say:

Wear a helmet. Most trails are very rocky. Even the best riders can get tired and make mistakes. Helmets can prevent or reduce the severity of head injuries. Carry lots of water and high-energy food. At least a gallon of water is recommended per person per day. There is no water on the trails and summer temperatures often climb above 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Running out of water will put your health at risk. Eating at intervals provides an opportunity to rest and the energy needed to complete the ride.

Carry trail maps and know how to use them to track your position. Maps for Slickrock and Porcupine Rim trails are located at the trailheads and entrance station. Maps for 4WD roads are available at the entrance station. Detailed topographic maps are available in Moab at bike shops, bookstores and the Moab Information Center. Stay found, save money. Grand County has the highest incidence of search and rescue in Utah. The high cost of these operations is normally the responsibility of the rescued party. If you decide that you have lost the trail, do not continue on in hopes of finding your own way. Retrace your route back towards the trailhead until you pick up the trail, find someone who knows the area, or return to the trailhead. If you cannot retrace your route, stay put, conserve energy and water, make yourself visible and await rescue. It's always a good idea to let a friend or relative know beforehand where you are going and when you should return. If something goes wrong you have the comfort of knowing that they will get help.

Check your bike frequently. Riding in Moab trails loosens headsets and puts maximum stress upon frames and components. Frequent inspections reduce the possibility of injury. Be prepared in case of emergency. Don't venture into remote areas with nothing but a t-shirt and shorts. Carry a windbreaker, sunscreen, sunglasses, maps, matches or lighter, pump, patch kit, first-aid kit, a good bike tool kit and extra food, water and clothing. Ride with someone else and stay together in case of problems. Discuss your situation calmly and make a plan to improve it.

The Sand Flats Recreation Area is managed through a unique partnership between Grand County and the Bureau of Land Management. In 1995, in response to repeated health and resource violations. this area was developed through the collaborative efforts of Americorps, the BLM, Grand County and the Moab community.

You can help our unique partnership efforts by taking responsibility for the lands you enjoy. Learn the guidelines of sustainable land use by:

Sand Flats offers a few different types of day use passes. Enter in a private vehicle and you have the option of purchasing a 1 day pass for $5 or a 7 day pass for $10. Enter by bicycle, motorcycle or via shuttle and the cost is $2 per day or $5 for 7 days. Sand Flats also charges a vehicle trailer fee of $5.

All user fees remain in this program and go toward services, maintenance and improvements. Services include staffing the Entrance Station, campground and backcountry patrols, educational displays, brochures and maps. General maintenance includes upkeep of campgrounds, toilet facilities, trails, fences, signs and associated materials.

User fees also sustain an apprenticeship program that provides work-study opportunities for local high school students. Collected fees help to support the operation of Grand County Search and Rescue. Funds are also used for matching grants to improve trailheads, trails and campground facilities.

Yes, Sand Flats sells an annual pass for $25. The pass admits the card-holder and passengers in a single, private vehicle for day use through the last day of the month and year indicated on the pass. When entry is by bicycle, motorcycle or shuttle van, this pass covers card-holder and accompanying family members. This pass does not cover camping. This pass is non-transferable and nonrefundable.

One can purchase a pass at the Entrance Station from March through October or year round, except holidays at the Grand County Clerk's office in the Grand County Courthouse, 125 East Center St., Moab, Utah, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Yes, Sand Flats has 120 campsites, open year round and offered on a first-come, first-serve basis (non-reservable). Camping is limited to these designated sites spread over 9 campgrounds lettered A thru H and Juniper. Campsite amenities include picnic tables, metal fire rings and nearby vault toilets. Campers need to bring in all their drinking water, as water is not available.

- Tents must be on tent pad or within rock lined area and no more than 30' from metal fire ring.

- Camping is limited to 14 days within a 30 day period.

- Build fires in metal fire ring only. Gathering firewood is prohibited. No wood pallets. Do not put rocks or trash in the fire ring. Fires must be cold to the touch when you leave camp. Use water to put your fire out, not sand.

- A trash dumpster is located at the Slickrock Bike trail parking lot. A recycling center is located one mile west of the entrance station on Sand Flats Road.

- All vehicles including bicycles must stay on designated roads and trails.There are no open play areas, campgrounds included.

- Operation of vehicles off designated roads and trails is a class A misdemeanor punishable by fine, imprisonment and/or forfeiture of vehicle. To report off road travel or vandalism call 435-259-2444.

Yes, Sand Flats has two reservable group sites located in campground E.

The reservation fee is $10. The camping fee is $50 per night. The trip leader must pay the reservation fee and 1st night’s camping fee up front. These fees are non-refundable. Additional nights are due upon arrival at the entrance booth, or if after hours, the following morning.

The sites will accommodate 16 people and 6 passenger vehicles. All vehicles and trailers must fit within the assigned parking area.

The group leader is responsible for being familiar with all of the rules and regulations of the Sand Flats Recreation Area and for ensuring other members of the group adhere to these rules. The group may be asked to leave by the management for major noise complaints, facility or resource damage. The leader may receive a citation for excessive noise during quiet hours, or substantial resource or facility damage to the site.

If you would like to reserve a site please go to Group Site Reservations on this site. If you have a group larger than 16 people and want to reserve a group campsite in the area you can call the BLM at 435-259-2100 or visit their website.

Yes, but please note that Grand County "Animal Care and Control" code does apply.

All dogs shall be kept under restraint.

No owner shall fail to exercise proper care and control of his or her animals to prevent them from becoming a public nuisance.

In the campground animals must be on a leash secured to a fixed object or under the control of a person or otherwise physically restricted at all times. In the backcountry dogs need to be under restraint and not chase or harass people or wildlife.

Helpful Information for Dog Owners

A good place to take your dog for a walk is to hike one of the less used 4x4 trails such as the Porcupine 4x4 trail or Porcupine Rim trail.

If you are riding one of the bike trails leave your dog at one of the Moab kennels listed below.

Most dogs are not used to running on sandstone, which acts like sandpaper on their paws.

Never leave your dog in a parked car; temperatures rise to dangerously high levels quickly in the desert.

Each year, millions of visitors enjoy Canyon Country. The impact of so much use is threatening the area's biological resources. You can help protect this fragile and beautiful land by following minimum-impact practices.

Tread lightly when traveling and leave no trace of your camping.

Drive and ride only on roads and trails where such travel is allowed; hike only on established trails, on rock or in washes.

Avoid taking shortcuts and traveling through cryptobiotic soils.

When camping do not place your tent on top of vegetation.

Select an area of bare soil for your tent. .

Use existing fire rings and bring in your own firewood.

Do not strip bark, cut or break off tree limbs.

Wood collecting of any kind is illegal at SFRA.

Please remember these trees provide shade and shelter for you, other campers and the animals that make the desert their home.

Help keep Canyon Country clean.

Pack out your trash and recycle it, clean up after less thoughtful visitors, and use toilets.

Biological soil crust is a living crust of cyanobacteria (blue-green algae), bacteria, algae, lichen, mosses and fungi that covers much of the soil surface in this area. It is almost invisible in its early stages. As it matures, it develops a bumpy, blackish surface. The crust is essential to desert life. It holds sand together, retains water, and makes nutrients needed for larger plants to grow.

It takes over 100 years for the crust to reach full development, yet tire tracks and footsteps can crush it instantaneously. Bike and vehicle tire tracks are especially damaging because they form ruts. When it rains water flows in these ruts causing severe erosion. Drive or bike only on open roads or trails. When hiking cross-country, walk on slickrock or in dry washes to avoid trampling biological soil crust.

The Slickrock Bike trail is rated a class 4 on a scale of 1-4 with 4 being the hardest. It's steep inclines and descents offer technical challenges to the most experienced bikers. The 2 mile practice loop is recommended to all first time visitors. It is still rated as difficult and not for novice riders or young children.

Please note that travel is limited to designated trails and that cross-country travel is not permitted. The Moab area offers literally thousands of miles of old roads and trails. Stay on the trails and leave the scenery for others to enjoy. Tracking the landscape is one of the most lasting forms of damage. Enjoy our trails and please do not leave tracks.

Stay on the trail. Do not trample vegetation or cryptobiotic crust. Avoid driving in potholes. Respect all living things. The desert is an irreplaceable gift. Pack it in. Pack it out. Responsible recreation keeps this trail clean, scenic and open.

The "other mountain biking trail" at SFRA is the Porcupine Rim Trail, popular and difficult (class 4) in it's own right. The trailhead is located on the eastern end of SFRA, 7 miles up the Sand Flats road from the entrance station.

The 1st part of the trail is popular with motorcycles and jeeps. At mile 9 the trail becomes single track with steep ledges and is suitable only for biking and hiking. Jeeps, ATVs and all but the most experienced motorcyclists must turn around at this point. The official trail length from the trailhead to highway 128 is 14.4 miles but because it is a one-way trail, without a shuttle, it is 30 miles roundtrip. The trail offers a variety of riding surfaces in a remote and rugged area of outstanding scenery.

Please note that travel is limited to designated trails and that cross-country travel is not permitted. The Moab area offers literally thousands of miles of old roads. Stay on the trails and leave the scenery for others to enjoy. Tracking the landscape is one of the most lasting forms of damage. Enjoy our trails and please do not leave tracks.

Stay on the trail. Do not trample vegetation or cryptobiotic crust. Avoid driving in potholes. Respect all living things. The desert is an irreplaceable gift. Pack it in. Pack it out. Responsible recreation keeps this trail clean, scenic and open.

Moab's Four-wheel drive trails are world renowned for their combination of challenge and awesome scenery. Sand Flats Recreation Area offers 3 trails: Fins and Things 4x4 Trail, Porcupine Rim Trail, and Hell's Revenge 4x4 Trail all rated difficult. Stock vehicles are not recommended on Porcupine 4x4 Trail and the Hell's Revenge Trail. A stock vehicle can be on the Fins and Things 4x4 Trail if it has good articulation, high ground clearance, and adequate front and rear approach angles.

Please note that travel is limited to designated trails and that cross-country travel is not permitted. The Moab area offers literally thousands of miles of old roads. Stay on the trails and leave the scenery for others to enjoy. Tracking the landscape is one of the most lasting forms of damage. Enjoy our trails and please do not leave tracks.

Stay on the trail. Do not trample vegetation or cryptobiotic crust. Avoid driving in potholes. Respect all living things. The desert is an irreplaceable gift. Pack it in. Pack it out. Responsible recreation keeps this trail clean, scenic and open. For current OHV regulations please visit Utah State Parks.

All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) are not recommended on most trails at Sand Flats due to steep ascents, descents and rough, uneven terrain. Park in the trailer parking area 1.5 miles in from the entrance station to access the Sand Flats Road and the Fins and Things 4x4 Trail. If one is looking for a mellow ride the Sand Flats Road is the best bet. From the parking area you can ride 15.5 miles one way before intersecting the paved La Sal Mountain Loop road. Traffic on this road drops off considerably 3 miles in from the entrance. For a more challenging trail, ride the north side of the Fins and Things 4x4 Trail. The south side between campgrounds E and F is not recommended for ATVs. SFRA does not recommend Hell's Revenge, Porcupine Rim and Porcupine 4x4 trails for ATVs. The Slickrock Bike Trail is open to motorcycles and bicycles. It is closed to all four-wheeled vehicles. ATVs, and all other vehicles must travel marked routes. Cross-country travel is not permitted. Please remember that motorized traffic yields to non-motorized traffic.

The Moab area offers literally thousands of miles of old roads. Stay on the trails and leave the scenery for others to enjoy. Tracking the landscape is one of the most lasting forms of damage. Enjoy our trails and please do not leave tracks.

Do not trample vegetation or cryptobiotic crust. Avoid driving in potholes. Respect all living things. The desert is an irreplaceable gift. Pack it in. Pack it out. Responsible recreation keeps these trails clean, scenic and open. For current OHV regulations please visit Utah State Parks.

Motorcycles are permitted on the Slickrock Bike Trail. In fact, the trail was originally designed in 1969 for motorcycles. SFRA also offers over 40 miles of jeep trails that motorcycles are welcome to ride. These include Fins and Things Jeep Trail, Porcupine Jeep Trail, Hells Revenge Trail and the first 8.6 miles of the Porcupine Rim Trail. Cross-country travel is not permitted at SFRA. Please remember that motorized traffic yields to non-motorized traffic.

Please note that travel is limited to designated trails and that cross-country travel is not permitted. The Moab area offers literally thousands of miles of old roads. Stay on the trails and leave the scenery for others to enjoy. Tracking the landscape is one of the most lasting forms of damage. Enjoy our trails and please do not leave tracks.

Stay on the trail. Do not trample vegetation or biological soil crust. Avoid driving in potholes. Respect all living things. The desert is an irreplaceable gift. Pack it in. Pack it out. Responsible recreation keeps these trails clean, scenic and open. For current OHV regulations please visit Utah State Parks.

Let someone know your itinerary. First and foremost it's always a good idea to let a friend or relative know beforehand where you are going and when you should return. If something goes wrong you have the comfort of knowing that they will get help.Travel with another vehicle. You chances of getting stuck in the backcountry are reduced with two vehicles and if one breaks down you have a way out.

Carry trail maps and know how to use them to track your position. Maps for Slickrock and Porcupine Rim trails are located at the trailheads and entrance station. Maps for 4WD roads are available at the entrance station. Detailed topographic maps and guidebooks are available in Moab at bike shops, bookstores and the Moab Information Center.

If you decide that you have lost the trail, do not continue on in hopes of finding your own way. Retrace your route back towards the trailhead until you pick up the trail. Changing conditions. Directional signs may be removed or vandalized. New roads can spring up. Use your map or guidebook but exercise common sense when discrepancies occur.

Inspect your vehicle. Before going in the backcountry make sure that your vehicle it is in top operating condition. Drive or ride safe and sober. It is illegal in Utah for any occupant of a vehicle to drink or even open an alcoholic beverage. Please remember to buckle up.

As a self-sustaining program we cannot afford to waive fees. We will, however, waive up to half of the camping fees for at least one full day of volunteer service. This half price fee is at the decision of the manager.

We also have a scheduled volunteer service program that gives participants an annual pass for day-use valued at $20. Dates for these events are advertised in local papers and radio and usually held in the spring and fall.

The volunteer labor of local and visiting volunteer groups are important contributions to operations at the Sand Flats Recreation Area.

To get to the Sand Flats Recreation Area from the north and Interstate 70 take exit 182 toward Moab. Merge onto US-191 and go 31 miles to the third traffic light. At the light turn left onto 100 north. Proceed ½ mile and turn right onto 400 east. Go ½ mile and turn left at Dave’s Corner Market onto Millcreek Drive. Proceed for ½ mile to stop sign. Go straight at stop sign onto the Sand Flats Road that continues up a hill for 2 ½ miles to the Entrance Booth.

To get to the Sand Flats Recreation Area from south of Moab on U.S. 191 turn right at first traffic light onto 400 East. Proceed for 1 mile to Dave’s Corner Market and Millcreek Drive. Make a right onto Millcreek Drive and proceed for ½ mile to stop sign. Go straight at stop sign onto the Sand Flats Road that continues up a hill for 2 ½ miles to the Entrance Booth.

You will need to fill out a Special Event Permit application if event entrance fees are charged, retail sales are conducted, vendors offer goods or services, races, concerts, dances, exhibitions, lectures or a public assembly, such as a parade, rally or celebration, whether open to the public or not, where daily total attendance may exceed one hundred persons, or that have quantifiable impacts to county services or the health, welfare, or safety of citizens. Special events also include any event available to the public that requires the full or partial closure of a public right of way or use of public property. Special events are of limited duration and shall not exceed fourteen consecutive days, unless otherwise approved. When planning your event, please consider all of your event’s impacts on the County’s general functions, such as access to roads for emergency response, neighbors affected by noise, the impact of street closures on local businesses or residents, and consider a range of alternatives to decrease or mitigate those impacts as much as possible.

Allow 45 Days minimum for state & county approval process. A Temporary Beer License, issued by Grand County, is required for alcohol sales at an event. Applications and further local consent instructions are available at the Clerk’s Office, Grand County Courthouse, 125 E. Center, (435) 259-1321. Local consent is granted by Grand County Council and must be approved and processed prior to obtaining a required Temporary Beer Permit from the Utah Department of Alcohol Beverage Control (DABC) – www.abc.utah.gov (801) 977-6800

All vendors participating in special events are required to obtain a Temporary Sales Tax License and Special Return from the Utah State Tax Commission. Each Special Event Licensee is responsible for ensuring compliance with Utah State Tax Commission requirements. The license/return is only good for the event it is issued. Temporary licenses are issued to each individual participant of a special event, or the promoter of a special event may receive a number of temporary licenses for the vendors participating in his or her show. Licensing is obtained by contacting the Special Events Unit in the Salt Lake Office:Special Event Sales Tax Licensing & FilingUtah Special Events UnitUtah State Tax Commission210 North 1950 WestSalt Lake City, Utah 84134(801) 297-63031-800-662-4335, ext. 6303email: specialevent@utah.govFor business registration information, go to http://www.utah.gov/business/Utah State Tax Commission http://tax.utah.gov/sales/specialevents

Grand County’s Special Event Permit does not exclude you from having to permit with other entities nor can Grand County issue permits or approve activities on behalf of other jurisdictions. It is the responsibility of the organization or event planner to secure any and all necessary approvals from other entities. • City of Moab: (435) 259-5121• Southeastern Utah District Health Department: (435) 259-5602• UDOT: (435) 650-1156 Website -www.udot.utah.gov• BLM: (435) 259-2100 Website -www.blm.gov• Forest Service: (435) 259-7155 Website -www.fs.fed.us• SITLA: (435) 259-7417• Arches National Park: (435) 719-2121 Website -www.nps.gov/arch• Canyonlands National Park: (435) 719-2121 Website -www.nps.gov/cany• Dead Horse State Park: (435) 259-2614 Website -www.stateparks.utah.gov

Other entities that may need to be aware of your event for public safety are:Grand County Sheriff: (435) 259-8115Moab City Police: (435) 259-5121EMS (435) 259-1301Building Dept. (435) 259-1344Fire Dept. (435) 259-5557

You would need to go before the County Council and request this from the council. If the council agrees they must endorse your event in order for the county's insurance to cover it. If they donate the building, but do not endorse the event, you would still need to provide insurance.

Tax Notices are typically mailed around the third week of October. The due date is always November 30th unless this day falls on a weekend; then the due date will be the following Monday. Please note that County offices are closed on Thanksgiving and the following Friday.

Pay online with an eCheck or credit/debit card through Instant Payments. eChecks are free during tax season (Oct 15th - Dec 15th), the rest of the year there is a 49 cent fee charged by Instant Payments for each eCheck payment. Credit or debit card payments have a 2.5% fee ($2.50 minimum). A separate payment is needed for each parcel. Grand County receives no part of the fees which are collected by Instant Payments and which cover the cost of accepting credit/debit cards and eChecks.

Use one of the four following ways to pay:1. Pay online with an eCheck or credit/debit card through Instant Payments. eChecks are free during tax season (Oct 15th - Dec 15th), the rest of the year there is a 75 cent fee charged by Instant Payments for each eCheck payment. Credit or debit card payments have a 2.5% fee ($2.50 minimum). A separate payment is needed for each parcel. Grand County receives no part of the fees. 2. Pay by phone with an eCheck or credit/debit card by calling 1-800-764-0844. The same fees apply as above. 3. Mail a check or money order payable to Grand County Treasurer and addressed to: PO Box 1268, Moab, UT 84532. Please note your parcel number(s) on the check.4. Pay in person by cash, check, money order, eCheck or credit/debit card at our office in the Grand County Courthouse, 125 E. Center St., Moab. See our office hours and County holidays to the right under "Contact Us". The same fees for eChecks and credit/debit cards apply as above. Go to Instant Payments

It is the property owner’s responsibility to assure their mortgage company pays their property taxes. Your tax bill will state if a mortgage company has told our office that they plan to pay the tax. If the mortgage company listed on your tax bill fails to pay, you will be notified and given extra time to pay without penalty. Each mortgage company must request the tax amount from our office each year, typically during September. If the request is received early enough, the mortgage company name will be listed on your tax bill, on the upper left-hand side. A copy of your tax amount information will be sent to the requesting mortgage company for payment. You will still receive an original tax bill, for your records.

Yes! You are welcome to make payments of any amount over $10.00 at any time. You also have the option to receive pre-payment coupons; you will find information and a box to check on your tax bill to request coupons for the following year. You can also email or call our office (435) 259-1337 to request coupons or let us know you no longer need them. This program is voluntary and is for your convenience; there are no penalties for late or missed pre-payments. Contact us.

A negative amount due on your tax bill indicates that you have overpaid for the current year. When possible, our office will refund amounts over $100.00 to the person or company who made the payments. You can request that any amount greater than $10 be refunded by contacting our office. You may also request that any overpayments be credited to the following year’s taxes. Any overpayments that are not refunded will be credited to the following year’s taxes.

Title companies will, along with many other services, prorate the current year tax to the best of their ability, splitting taxes between the Seller and Buyer for their proportional share, based on 1) number of days owned by each, and 2) most up to date tax information available from the Treasurer. Usually the title company will pay the sellers portion of the property tax directly to the County Treasurer and the Buyer will then pay the remainder by Nov 30th. Your tax bill will show any prepayments that were made by the Seller. However, sometimes the Title company will credit the Buyer at closing for the Seller’s prorated amount and the Buyer will need to pay the entire tax amount by Nov 30th. Your closing documents will show any credit you received for the current year taxes. The current owner of the property is always responsible for all property taxes regardless of when the taxes were charged.

Yes. If you wish to receive a receipt, please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope with your payment. We can also easily send a receipt via email. Email ckauffman@grandcountyutah.net to request a statement of your account and payments.

Taxes will be marked as unpaid, and you will be charged a $25.00 Returned Payment Fee. In addition, depending on the time of year and the tax year being paid, you may be subject to additional penalty and interest. If you are notified by your financial institution that your payment was returned to us, please contact us immediately (435) 259-1337. You will be given a new figure for the payoff amount.

Back taxes (delinquent taxes) are all taxes unpaid or postmarked after November 30th of a given year. Back taxes are subject to a late payment penalty and interest depending on when they are paid. From December 1st to January 31st the penalty is 1% ($10 minimum) per parcel and no interest. If back taxes are paid after January 31st then the penalty is 2.5% ($10 minimum) per parcel and interest is charged starting January 1st.

No. Payment of taxes and correct address information are the responsibilities of the taxpayer. Penalties generally cannot be waived. If you have not received your Notice by November 7th, please contact our office at (435) 259-1337.

Properties which have back taxes that are 5 years overdue are subject to being sold during the annual Tax Sale that occurs in May or June. Property owners in danger of having their property sold will be contacted by the Treasurer and Clerk/Auditors office. Contact our office, 435-259-1337 if you believe your property may be subject to tax sale.

Yes! You may make payments of any amount over $1.00 at any time toward your back taxes. We can also print payment coupons to help you catch up. This program is for your convenience and no additional charges will be added. However, interest will continue to accrue until the existing taxes, penalties, and interest are paid in full. Payments are applied first to interest, then to penalties, then to taxes of the most recent year.

Utah law allows for a 45% reduction in the value of a person’s primary residence. This is called the primary residential exemption and applies to properties that are owner or tenant occupied. If you believe you should be receiving the primary residential exemption you can apply for it through the Assessor’s office.

The Grand County Assessor establishes a value for all property located in the County. The Valuation Notice you received from the Clerk/Auditor reports this value to you. Because this value determines the eventual tax amount that will be due November 30th, it is important that the information on this Notice is accurate. If you disagree with the market value of your real property, you have the opportunity to appear before the Grand County Board of Equalization. You and an appraiser from the Assessor’s Office will be given the opportunity to present evidence to support their opinion of the property value. A second unbiased appraiser, hired by the County Council, will weigh the evidence and make a recommendation to the Council which serves as the County Board of Equalization. The deadline for appealing your property valuation is September 15th each year. More information on this process can be found on the Notice, or by contacting the Assessor’s Office (435) 259-1229.

If a parcel is split or changed during the year, it will be billed as the parcel was on January 1st. If a parcel is sold and the name change was not made before the Tax Notice was printed, the Tax Notice will be mailed to the previous owner. The previous owner is responsible for forwarding the Notice to the new owner. Also, if your mailing address changes, call our office (435-259-1337) or the Recorder’s Office (435-259-1333) to have it changed in the County’s Taxing (Computer) Program.It is your responsibility to see that you receive a Tax Notice. If you have not received a Tax Notice by November 7th, please contact our office (435) 259-1337.

Yes! Please call our office (435) 259-1337 or contact the Recorder’s Office (435) 259-1333. It is important that we have your correct mailing address. If you do not receive your property tax information because of a change of address, it is still your responsibility to pay your taxes by the due date to avoid penalty and interest.

Property taxes are collected by the County Treasurer and then disbursed to the taxing entities. The governing body of each taxing entity is responsible for setting its budget and determining how property tax revenue will be spent. The governing body also decides if a request to raise taxes should be made. See our page on “How Property Taxes are Used” to learn more about the taxing entities in Grand County and their contact information. How Property Taxes are Used